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EN08 VXV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

89,023 mi
Last recorded89,023 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 VXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 89,023 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn and play while turning left and right

Pass 25 Jun 2025 76,492 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 72,383 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 66,992 miles

Nearside Front Outer Position lamp inoperative

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 61,923 miles

Front Tyres are cracking on tread

Fail 1 Jul 2022 61,923 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyres are cracking on tread

Pass 19 Jul 2021 58,756 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 55,884 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 51,922 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 46,937 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 42,766 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 39,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,687 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 31,889 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 27,317 miles

Nearside Outer Upper Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 21,797 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 15,054 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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EN08 VXV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EN08 VXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN08 VXV?

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What year was EN08 VXV registered?

EN08 VXV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is EN08 VXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 VXV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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